Alaskan aurora

[Liz]

Have a wedding in Samoa next November, and was thinking of mosying up to Alaska for the aurora. Samoa is about 5 hrs south of Hawaii, so a good start. Really want to see the aurora next year, but unsure if this is the best way. Wont have a lot of spare cash, so may be out of my league .... too expensive. :shrug:

I know Alaska is very popular with aurora watchers, with many areas lying within the 'aurora oval' at around 63' N.

Has anyone been to Alaska, and could give me a few tips of good places to stay to observe the aurora.

I am obviously researching as well, but first hand advice would be appreciated. Many thanks. :)

ps ... picture taken at Bear Lake near Seward by 'Beverley and Pack'
http://tadatop.com/travel/natural/aurora-borealis-in-bear-lake-alaska/

[Liz]

Fairbanks seems a popular area for Northern Light watchers and at 64' N is pretty good. :D

Now to look at flights etc to see if possible.

Certainly quicker than heading over to Northern Europe. :question: